This finding represents one of the first examples of a genome - wide significant genetic factor to be identified for binge eating in model organisms or humans. (sciencedaily.com)
-- 90 percent of genes associated with disease are identical in the human and the mouse, supporting the use of mice as model organisms. (sfgate.com)
She is a strong advocate for basic research and the use of model organisms in biological research. (genestogenomes.org)